This document discusses genre in film and literature. It introduces some key concepts for understanding genre, including narrative structure theories from Todorov and Propp. Todorov's theory discusses equilibrium, disruption and restoration in narratives. Propp's work identifies common character types in stories, such as heroes, villains and princesses. The document guides learning activities applying these theories, like analyzing clips using the narrative and character frameworks. It aims to help readers understand genre components, identify different genres, and familiarize themselves with narrative and character theories.